New Delhi: The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a weather alert for the Andaman and Nicobar Islands as a cyclonic circulation over the Bay of Bengal is expected to intensify from November 21. According to officials, heavy to very heavy rainfall of 7–20 cm is likely at one or two places in the Nicobar Islands, while the Andaman Islands may receive heavy rainfall of 7–11 cm. Sea conditions are expected to remain rough.

A Local Cautionary Signal-3 has been hoisted at Port Blair Port. Authorities have advised boat operators, islanders, and tourists to exercise extreme caution due to the possibility of surging waves. Fishermen have been warned against venturing into the sea along and off the North Andaman Sea until November 23 because of the likelihood of high waves.

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